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With increasing tuition fees and a competitive jobs market many people are looking for more practical alternatives to a traditional degree. Marketing apprenticeships provide a solution to this

By becoming a marketing apprentice, you'll be given the most relevant, up-to-date training and have the opportunity to apply it to the working world as you learn. What's more, you'll be paid a wage while you study, gain valuable experience and build contacts within the industry.

What marketing apprenticeships are available?

You'll find marketing apprenticeships in areas such as:

• digital marketing
• social media
• public relations (PR).

On GOV.UK, they're listed as  sales, marketing and procurement apprenticeships .

Marketing apprenticeships are offered at a number of levels:

• intermediate (Level 2 - equivalent to five GCSEs, A*-C grade)
• advanced (Level 3 - equivalent to two A-levels)
• higher (Levels 4, 5, 6 and 7 - equivalent to a foundation degree and above)
• degree (Levels 6 and 7 - equivalent to a Bachelors or Masters degree).

It's a good idea to make sure your apprenticeship offers a Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)-accredited qualification to ensure that you'll be gaining the latest, most informed teaching and insight.

Which companies offer apprenticeships?

You'll find marketing apprenticeships across a range of sectors and locations for companies such as:

• Amazon - An 18-month level three qualification
• BBC - A three-year digital marketing degree apprenticeship
• Sky - A level three qualification based in West London

It's also possible to find roles in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and marketing agencies, which provide marketing services for other companies.

Visit  GOV.UK - Find an apprenticeship  to see what apprenticeships are available, or the  Digital Agency Network  to find marketing agencies in your area.

What do marketing apprenticeships involve?

Tasks vary depending on the company you work for and your role - however, marketing apprenticeships typically take up to two years to complete and are delivered in blended learning format, combining classroom learning and on-the-job experience.

Your apprenticeship might involve:

• market research - collecting and analysing data, using tools such as Google AdWords and Analytics
• technical search engine optimisation (SEO) training
• developing communications with clients and customers through a range of channels, including email, press, radio and TV
• utilising social media from a business perspective
• planning and budgeting for campaigns.

You'll typically be assessed in the workplace, having built up a portfolio of evidence of the knowledge you've gained throughout the apprenticeship.

Who are apprenticeships aimed at?

Traditionally apprenticeships were done by school leavers but there is in fact no age limit and anyone with a need for at least one year's hands on training can apply.

You can't already hold qualifications equivalent to the apprenticeship that you want to do. However, you can do an apprenticeship at the same of lower level if you need to get substantive new skills and the content of the training is different from any prior funded training.

How much will I be paid?

All apprentices are paid the National Minimum Wage (NMW), which currently stands at £4.81 per hour for apprentices under 19, and those aged over 19 who are in their first year.

If you are over 19 and have completed the first year of your apprenticeship you must be paid the minimum wage rate for your age. To check that you're being paid enough see the  National Minimum Wage Living Wage calculator  for workers.

As an apprentice you'll be paid for your normal working hours, as well as for any training that is part of your scheme. You're entitled to 20 days paid holiday per year, plus bank holidays. Salaries are determined by individual employers.

To find out more, see  what is an apprenticeship?

How do I become a marketing apprentice?

You apply for an apprenticeship as you would any other job. Make sure you research the organisation and are aware of what the apprenticeship involves. You should also tailor your application to each role.

Applications are normally made online through an application form, but check with the employer as methods can vary. You'll need to use relevant examples in your application. For example, you may need to demonstrate your copywriting skills for a marketing apprenticeship.

Certain organisations may ask you to sit situational judgement, numerical and  psychometric tests  as well as participate in an  assessment centre  as part of their recruitment process.

A lot of schemes are advertised early in the year (January to April) with a view to start in September of the same year. However, apprenticeships are available all year round so keep an eye out for vacancies that suit you.

Learn more about  how to apply for an apprenticeship .

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